Aaron Dessner has addressed one of the biggest talking points around Gracie Abrams’ new music, making clear that the song “Death Wish” is not about Taylor Swift. The producer-songwriter moved to cool online speculation as attention builds around Abrams’ third studio album, Daughter From Hell.
Dessner and Abrams have now worked together across three albums, underscoring a creative partnership that has become a major part of her sound. With Daughter From Hell arriving July 17, interest has grown around individual tracks, and “Death Wish” quickly became a focus for fan theories. Dessner’s comments appear aimed at separating the song from celebrity rumor and putting the attention back on the music itself.
The clarification is notable because Dessner has long been connected to several major artists, which can fuel crossover speculation whenever new lyrics surface. In this case, he pushed back on the idea that listeners should read “Death Wish” as a reference to Swift, shutting down that interpretation directly.
Beyond the song discussion, Dessner also spoke about performing with Noah Kahan, adding another layer to a busy stretch of projects and live appearances. The conversation highlights how central Dessner remains in the current singer-songwriter landscape, while Abrams’ upcoming album continues to generate strong curiosity before its release.
